SDUT: Gaspar jumps in for Issa’s seat

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from Joshua Stewart at the Union-Trib… After a trip to Washington D.C last week, San Diego County Supervisor Kristin Gaspar has formed a committee to run for Congress. Federal Election Commission records show Gaspar formed a committee to run for a seat held by Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Vista. Issa announced earlier this month that he will not run for re-election, …

Former Encinitas Mayor Jerome Stocks Declares Candidacy for the 76th Assembly District

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Press Release Former Encinitas Mayor Jerome Stocks Declares Candidacy for the 76th Assembly District Releases endorsements from local elected officials including Congressman Bilbray and Mayors and Councilmembers ENCINITAS, CA – Today, Republican Former Encinitas Mayor Jerome Stocks announced his candidacy for the 76th State Assembly District. Stocks announces his candidacy with endorsements from elected officials across North San Diego County, …

Affordable Housing – Facts & Fiction

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Guest Commentary by Poway Mayor Steve Vaus At our last City Council meeting the topic of affordable housing came up. The conversation was specifically related to the possibility of a veterans project being considered at the Big Stone Lodge site on Old Pomerado Road near the VFW Hall. And, as is often the case when affordable housing is discussed, concerns …

Who Will Run To Replace Rocky Chavez in AD 76 ?

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Rocky Chavez is running for Congress, vacating his Assembly seat in the 76th Assembly District.  Inlookers may recall that he ran for US Senate last cycle and, at the last minute before the filing deadline, opted to drop out of the US Senate race and run for re-election in his Assembly seat.  Jerry Kern and Phil Graham dropped out of …

49th Congressional Race: Republican vs Republican Unless…

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“New Way” Republican Rocky Chavez and conservative Republican Diane Harkey are the only two declared Republican candidates in the 49th Congressional District election to replace Congressman Darrell Issa.  That has former Republican and now Democratic activist, Will Rodriguez-Kennedy worried: That means that if Republicans field two solid candidates that could yield a split in their vote (as Rocky Chavez and …

Mo Muir Declares for 76th Assembly District

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ENCINTAS – Today, San Dieguito High School Board Member Maureen “Mo” Muir announced that she will be seeking to represent California’s 76thAssembly District. “North County deserves a representative with a lifetime of community service and a record of getting things done on behalf of our region,” said Muir. “I have had the opportunity to serve this community as a parent, …

Musical Chairs — Issa and More

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This list may be updated as needed (most recent updates are on top)! 1/12/18 Press Release from San Dieguito High School Board Member Maureen “Mo” Muir, announcing her bid for the 76th Assembly District currently held by Rocky Chavez… Mo Muir Declares for 76th Assembly District 1/11/18 Tweet from Thomas K. Arnold, Publisher and Editorial Director of Media Play News… “Just …

Duncan Hunter: Just so we’re clear…..

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Recent media making something out of nothing but just so we’re clear….I am 100% running for reelection and with continued support from those in my district and the full endorsement of the Republican Party of San Diego County.  I have run every race with full effort because my constituents deserve no less and this time is no different.  I appreciate …

Darrell Issa considering a run in Duncan Hunter’s district, says The Hill — just as posed by Rostra yesterday

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The Hill is reporting that retiring Rep. Darrell Issa is mulling a run in the neighboring Congressional district represented by Duncan Hunter. Given the lack of real sources in The Hill story, but the odd similarities to an analysis of Issa’s retirement statement and question appearing on SD Rostra yesterday, it’s pretty clear where the idea originated. Here was the …

Chávez announces Congressional run as Issa retires

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Press Release OCEANSIDE — Assemblyman Rocky Chávez, a retired Marine Corps Colonel, today said he is entering the race to succeed Congressman Darrel Issa, who has announced his retirement. Issa has represented the 49th Congressional District since 2003, which includes portions of both San Diego and Orange Counties. “It’s time we come together and focus on progress, not partisan politics …

The Issa replacement field and an Open Letter To Diane Harkey: Run For Congress

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The big news in North County San Diego is that Darrell Issa won’t seek re-election: Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Ca., will not seek re-election later this year, opening up another battleground in the deep blue state as Republicans and Democrats spar for control of the House. Issa’s decision to leave Congress follows the announced retirement of Rep. Ed Royce, R-Ca., earlier …

Issa announces retirement — “Free for all” to follow? The local reaction.

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“Tony K better start eating his Wheaties…” from CNBC… “Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Ca., will not seek re-election later this year, opening up another battleground in the deep blue state as Republicans and Democrats spar for control of the House. “Issa’s decision to leave Congress follows the announced retirement of Rep. Ed Royce, R-Ca., earlier this week. He announced the move …

Brian Jones Raises More than $500,000 for 38th Senate District

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Former State Assemblymember and current Santee City Councilmember Brian Jones announced he has raised more than half a million dollars for his Senate campaign. In addition to his leading fundraising figures, Jones has also secured every major endorsement in the district. Jones has raised more than $519,000 for his campaign and currently holds more than $350,000 cash on hand. These …

The 2,000-year-old blog

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As is my custom for more than a decade now, on this eve… And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city …